Brain scans reveal secrets of stuttering and speech loss

NCT ID NCT05437159

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study aims to understand the brain processes involved in planning and producing speech in people who stutter, those with primary progressive aphasia, and fluent speakers. Researchers will use speech tasks, functional MRI, and non-invasive brain stimulation to compare how these groups learn and start new speech sequences. The goal is to uncover the root causes of these disorders and pave the way for new treatments. The study involves both adults and children.

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  • Boston University

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02129, United States

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  • University of Michigan

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    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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